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Which of the following statements is correct of the given reaction? \[10HN{{O}_{3}}+{{I}_{2}}\to 2HI{{O}_{3}}+10N{{O}_{2}}+4{{H}_{2}}O\]

A) \[{{I}_{2}}\] is an oxidant.

B) \[{{I}_{2}}\] is reduced.

C) \[HN{{O}_{3}}\] is oxidized.

D) \[HN{{O}_{3}}\] is reduced.

Correct Answer: D

Solution :

\[HN{{O}_{3}}-\]oxidizing agent or oxidant \[{{I}_{2}}-\] Reducing agent